Musculoskeletal Key

The Bernese periacetabular osteotomy has been performed for approximately 30 years. In that time, it has proven to be a technically complex procedure with the potential to considerably improve the…

Proximal femoral deformity is often associated with acetabular dysplasia. The correction of these deformities must consider the center of rotation of angulation as well as the joint orientation angle (medial…

This article is an overview of diagnostic imaging for skeletally mature patients who present with hip pain. It discusses preferred radiographic views to assess acetabular dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement and…

Residual hip dysplasia, a well-known cause for early osteoarthritis (OA), is a relatively common disorder in children and adolescents. Three-dimensional imaging assessment has enhanced diagnosis and treatment by allowing clear…

Current efforts for prevention of hip dysplasia are primarily focused on early detection and early intervention to avoid long-term consequences of neglected hip dysplasia. True prevention efforts would eliminate the…

The operative management of developmental dysplasia of the hip is technically challenging. To achieve excellent results, surgeons need to select the most appropriate operative treatment, minimize the risk of complications,…

Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a frequent condition in newborns. Clinical examination using the Barlow/Ortolani tests in newborns or by the finding of limited abduction after the age of…

Radial tunnel syndrome is a pain syndrome resulting from compression of the posterior interosseous nerve at the proximal forearm. It has no specific radiologic or electrodiagnostic findings. Treatment should be…

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition and is a well-recognized phenomenon following a distal radius fracture. The treating surgeon should be vigilant in noticing the signs and symptoms. If…